The Latest News from TPA

Cori Williams Promoted to Director

Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. is proud to announce that Cori Williams has been promoted to the position of Director of the TPA Southern California Office.

Cori will lead a team that manages a portfolio of over 25 clients, including cities, counties, water districts, sanitation districts, other special districts, and non-profit organizations.

Since joining TPA in 2011, Cori has developed policy expertise for a variety of local, state, and federal governments issues, including water infrastructure, sanitation, transportation, sustainable communities, parks and recreation, public safety, energy, local governance, and the environment. Cori has also been responsible for securing millions in competitive grant funds for TPA local public agency clients.

Prior to joining TPA, Cori served as a policy advisor for Orange County Supervisor John Moorlach (now a member of the California State Senate). Cori was responsible for researching, analyzing, and advising on all policy issues related to Orange County Public Works, including the implications of state and federal legislation.

Cori graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Government from Claremont McKenna College and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Chapman University. Cori is a member of the Board of Directors of the Orange County branch of California Women’s Leadership Association, the Board of Directors of the Orange County Public Affairs Association, and the Conference Planning Committee of the Urban Water Institute, Inc.

Congratulations TPA Director Cori Williams!

City of Mission Viejo

TPA is honored that the City of Mission Viejo has asked us to continue to provide state and federal legislative advocacy and grant funding services to protect and promote their agenda in Sacramento and Washington, DC.

We look forward to our ongoing collaboration with the City to help transform their vision into legacy.

We also recognize the outstanding performance of TPA Senior Associate Cori Williams on behalf of the City.

Thank you, Mission Viejo!

Rancho Santiago Community College District

TPA is honored that Rancho Santiago Community College District has asked us to continue to provide state and federal advocacy services to protect and promote their agenda in Sacramento and Washington, DC.

We look forward to our ongoing collaboration with the District to help transform their vision for their students into legacy.

Thank you, Rancho Santiago Community College District!

Capistrano Unified School District

TPA is proud and honored to announce that we have been retained by Capistrano Unified School District to provide state and federal grant funding services.

We look forward to helping the District pursue their mission to prepare their students to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Thank you CUSD!

North County Transit District

TPA is honored that North County Transit District (NCTD) has asked us to continue to provide state legislative advocacy services to protect and promote their agenda in Sacramento.

We look forward to our ongoing collaboration with NCTD to help transform their vision into legacy.

Thank you, North County Transit District!

City of Laguna Beach Awarded $59,628 Grant for Mobile Radios and Programming Equipment

TPA congratulates the City of Laguna Beach (a TPA client) for being awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $59,628 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The proceeds from this grant will be used by the Laguna Beach Fire Department to fund the purchase of 14 mobile radios and programming equipment.

This latest achievement is another example of the commitment of City leadership to protect and promote the quality of life for its residents.

It’s also a reflection of the dedication and hard work by TPA Senior Associate Cori Williams and TPA Federal Associate Laura Kroeger to ensure a successful grant application.

Thank you Cori and Laura, and congratulations Laguna Beach!